Adopting a healthy lifestyle often makes the idea of enjoying desserts seem difficult, but it doesn’t need to be that way. Fortunately, there are numerous low-calorie options available that allow you to satisfy your sweet tooth without compromising your weight loss goals.
If you’re a fan of shopping at Costco and are also committed to a more nutritious diet this spring, you’re in luck. Fitness expert and TikTok content creator Trent Harrison recently showcased delightful and low-calorie sweets from Costco in a new video that are sure to please your taste buds.
Stock Up! 7 Low-Calorie Costco Desserts That Are Great for Weight Loss
1. Jonny Pops Chocolate-Dipped Strawberries
Harrison's first suggestion is Jonny Pops popsicles, which come coated in chocolate and have a strawberry taste. Each one contains just 150 calories, as he notes. He also deemed then to be the "perfect romance food for you and your boo" and a "perfect late night dessert."
2. Hundy Mango 100% Fruit Pops
Up next, Harrison suggests adding these fruit pops to your cart at Costco as they only "have 50 calories per pop." He notes that you can "have two, even three of them as a late night dessert." They are also ready-to-eat and organic.
3. Unreal Dark Chocolate Variety Pack
Harrison then holds up a bag of Costco's Unreal Dark Chocolate Variety Pack and says: "Chocolate cravings getting to you again? This is what you need." He adds that "all of these are less than 100 calories," and points out that they have simple ingredients and 40% less sugar than similar varieties.
4. Healthy Choice Organic Fudge Bars
Harrison noted that "these fudge bars aren't always here [at Costco], but they're here right now." He added that they can "easily satisfy any chocolate craving" while still keeping you on track for your weight loss goals. They're also only 100 calories each (a lot less than similar treats), and are made with cocoa and low-fat.
5. SkinnyDipped Dark Chocolate Peanut Butter Cups
When it comes to the best healthy foods available at Costco, health influencer Bobby Parrish is also here to help. Known for his insightful tips on making healthier food choices, Parrish recently shared an Instagram reel highlighting three snack options that are both delicious and nutritious.
First up on Parrish’s list are the SkinnyDipped Cups, a clean and indulgent treat for peanut butter cup lovers. "I love these clean peanut butter cups. Why? Because it’s made with real-deal ingredients," Parrish enthusiastically states. Despite containing 2 grams of sugar, these cups offer 3 grams of fiber, balancing out the sweetness. The ingredients include non-GMO milk, cane sugar, and maple sugar.
6. Unreal Dark Chocolate Coconut Bars
Next, Parrish introduces the Unreal Dark Chocolate Coconut Bars, which he likens to Mounds bars but with far superior ingredients. "This is like a Mounds bar, but with epic ingredients. It’s chocolate, the primary sweetener is actually a Paleo one called cassava syrup," he explains.
These bars also contain a touch of cane sugar and real vanilla. Remarkably, each bar has only 3 grams of added sugar. Parrish emphasizes, "The primary sweetener is cassava, you’re not going to do better than this compared to most alternatives." These bars are not only delicious but also a cleaner alternative to conventional coconut-filled chocolate bars.
7. Siete Wedding Cookies
Finally, Parrish spotlights the new Siete Wedding Cookies, a delightful treat that’s almond-flour based. Although packaged cookies are typically a no-go, these make a great, healthy swap. "How about this. Almond-flour based. Primary sweetener coconut sugar. Cooked in coconut oil, vanilla and orange peel extract," Parrish describes.
Although they are dusted with a bit of powdered sugar, the total sugar content for five cookies is only eight grams, with coconut sugar being the primary sweetener. Parrish finds this combination impressive: "That’s amazing." These cookies are a fantastic option for those looking for a sweet snack that doesn’t compromise on quality ingredients.
